Reborn From Oblivion by Christia Muray

Chapter 31

Nathan stumbled out, breathless. "What's going on?"

Nellie's eyes were red, tears threatening to spill over as her shoulders shook with anger. "I can't believe you faked being sick just to skip school. Don't you know that nothing beats the value of education? If you don't want to be pushed around in the future, you need to hit the books hard!" Nathan immediately backed down, his usually confident eyes now downcast. "I'm sorry."

Nellie's voice was filled with sorrow as she said, "Nathan, I'm here to shield you from life's storms. But remember, the world is vast, and not every storm can be avoided by leaning on someone else. Think about what you've done."

She grabbed her backpack, huffing as she slammed the door on her way out.

Nathan pouted, muttering to himself, "What a temper, huh?"

When the door creaked open again, Nathan couldn't help but grin. 'I knew she had a soft spot for me.'

Then, a pair of shiny black leather shoes stepped into the room, causing Nathan's heart to sink. Suddenly, he leaped off the bed, sprinting to the window. Pulling back the sheer curtain, he watched as Nellie's delicate figure slowly faded into the distance.

around. Nathan waved gently, pushing

dissolved at his innocent smile. She called to him, "Nathan,

meals for him, which had led

and gentle look and

and a stern middle-aged man strode in. Standing behind

the curtains,

envelope at Nathan, who didn't need to open it to know what

Are you

"You're pretty sharp. You've messed

back at him. Its seemingly light weight landed

all the stops and sending you all this way

can name your price," the man stated, confident Nathan would take the bait. After all, who could